THOMAS CHAARU MURIUKI
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Over 20 years of operational experience in different industries have shaped my experience, attention to detail and resourcefulness in fast paced environments. Knowledgeable asset and logistics manager with solid background in managing large vehicle fleets efficiently and cost-effectively. Proven ability to streamline operations and evaluate product life cycles that enhance vehicle longevity and performance. Demonstrated expertise in inventory management and regulatory compliance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Manager
Co-op Bank Fleet Africa Leasing Limited
01.2021 - Current
- Manage a portfolio of over 900 vehicles
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in fleet operations
- Delivery and de-fleet of assets as per company policy
- Supplier assessment, on boarding and monitoring
- Collaborating with other departments to support organisational goals and initiatives.
- Ensure fleet vehicles are serviced in line with manufacturer requirements.
- Ensure vehicles are roadworthy at all times.
- Ensure proper quality control processes are implemented and enforced.
- Abuse Identification, providing the necessary technical evaluation and resolutions in order to reduce downtime.
- Supervising maintenance staff and contractors to ensure work is completed efficiently and to high standards.
- Develop and implement appropriate risk mitigation processes and procedures.
- Manage vehicle availability in adherence of the contracted service levels
- Ensure contract compliance.
- Daily, Weekly & Monthly reporting as required.
Head of Operations
Swift Bridge Capital Limited
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: (Micro Financier)
- Re-engineered the business processes to increase efficiency
- Repurposed the work routing to accommodate remote working
- Administrator of the client management system
- Sourced hardware and software improvements for the company
- Managed a team of 17, coordinating their different processes for optimum productivity.
- Organizing individual and team targets for periodic evaluation
- Recruiting and managing consultants who deliver their services to the company
- Oversee day-to-day operations to run within budget
- Managed the production of working manuals for all products to increase adherence to procedures.
- Project manage the development and implementation of a mobile based lending platform.
- Continuously source for new clients and untapped business opportunities
- (Micro Financier)
Train Operations
London Underground Limited
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: (UK)
- Operate trains to a running timetable
- Operate and observe all health and safety guidelines
- Good knowledge of train staff working practices and agreements
- Maintain knowledge of defects and action them when necessary
- Maintain awareness of operational rules and procedures
- Manage incidents that occur on or around the train environment
- Repair in-service faults where possible
- Provide excellent customer service
- (UK)
Customer Service
London Underground Limited
02.2004 - 01.2008
- Company Overview: (UK)
- Assist customers with information and tickets
- Perform regular security checks
- Work within a station team
- Ensure general safety of customers
- Good knowledge of operational procedures
- Good awareness of the needs of different customer needs
- (UK)
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University Of Wales
United Kingdom03.2010
Bachelor of Science -
Bond University
South Africa08.2003
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St Mary's School
Nairobi, Kenya12-1996
Skills
- Logistics analysis
- Risk management practices
- Analytical problem resolution
- Logistics and transportation strategy
- Team coordination
- Route optimization
- Proposal analysis
- Cost reduction strategies
- Coordinating transportation
- Effective problem resolution
- Increasing efficiency and productivity
- Strategic decision-making
Languages
English
Kiswahili
References
Robert Mbugua, Chairman,
Independent Non-Executive Director
Standard Chartered Bank and Old Mutual Holdings PLC
+254 (0)733 526374
mbuguarn@gmail.com
Anthony Mbau,
Chief Commercial Officer,
Co-op Bank Fleet Africa Leasing Ltd,
+254 (0) 727469790,
mbaukamau@gmail.com
Garfield St Clair
Train Manager
Transport for London
London Underground Limited
London, United Kingdom
+44 (0) 7795 973419
garfieldstclair@tfl.gov.uk
Timeline
Fleet Manager
Co-op Bank Fleet Africa Leasing Limited
01.2021 - Current
Head of Operations
Swift Bridge Capital Limited
01.2017 - 01.2021
Train Operations
London Underground Limited
01.2017 - 01.2021
Customer Service
London Underground Limited
02.2004 - 01.2008
MBA - Business Administration
University Of Wales
Bachelor of Science -
Bond University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St Mary's School
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